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The Islands’ Partnership, is delighted to announce the launch of Scilly’s official Photography Competition for 2018, this year in partnership with Karma St. Martin’s Hotel. This year’s competition is open to all photographers living on, working on, or visiting the islands and is open to entries from this Easter weekend.The annual Isles of Scilly Photography Competition continues to be a hugely popular feature across the islands, attracting nearly 4,000 entries over the past four years. Last year was our biggest to date, with 1,350 photos submitted. And the winning photos from the previous competitions - Mark Smith’s “The Daily Commute” (2017); “Sky, Sea, Sand” by Carl Farran (2016), Megan Gallacher’s “Tropical Oasis” (2015) and “Puffin” by Steven Burbidge (2014) - have all become iconic marketing images for the Isles of Scilly alongside many of those that were shortlisted in their categories.The outright winner will win a three-night break for two on a Bed & Breakfast basis at Karma St. Martin’s, dinner for two at Karma St. Martin’s on one of the evenings, and two return tickets to Scilly (flights or passenger ferry) from Penzance or Lands’ End.The eight categories for the 2018 Isles of Scilly Photography Competition are: An island playground; Creative Scilly; Escape to Scilly; Islands at Work; Natural Scilly; Our History & Heritage; Secret Scilly; and Taste of Scilly.“With the launch of our Creative Islands project this year, we are particularly keen for budding photographers to explore Scilly’s rich cultural and artistic heritage. We know too, that so many people come to Scilly to escape the hustle and bustle of modern-day living which is why we’re also looking to capture those perfect moments of wellbeing and island escapism,” says David Jackson, Executive Director, Islands’ Partnership (Visit Isles of Scilly).“The annual Isles of Scilly Photography Competition is a great addition to our seasonal calendar and one that is enthusiastically anticipated by some visitors to the islands,” he adds. “We’ll be looking for photos that really do encapsulate the essence of Scilly and welcome photographers keen to showcase their talents in Visit Isles of Scilly’s marketing materials including the Visit Isles of Scilly Guide, our website and various promotional materials throughout the year.“And finally, of course, I would like to thank Karma St. Martin’s for their kind and generous winner’s prize.”Following the closure of the competition on 30th September, a short list of the best entries from each category will be selected by representatives of the Islands’ Partnership. These entries will then be displayed online via visitislesofscilly.com, and the general public invited to vote for their favourite images. The winner will be notified by email in November 2018.For further information about the competition and how to apply, visit our special website page:visitislesofscilly.com/photographycompetition

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Great opportunity for IP members to exhibit as a supplier and/or do business with a wide range of suppliers from the mainland at this hospitality trade exhibition. Details can be found at supplyscilly.co.uk

Learn about the Cornwall Apprenticeship Agency’s unique support tailored to individual businesses’ needs;Hear how we have created apprenticeship solutions for hundreds of Cornish businesses;Find out how the Agency takes the hassle out of recruitment by employing the apprentice on your behalf and handling all the payroll and administration;Have breakfast with us and meet out team of specialist advisors;Speak to employers and apprentices who have benefitted from our services.

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Following the Islands' Partnership Board Meeting on St Agnes this Thursday (13th), the IP directors are hosting a public session from 1pm until 2.15pm at the Coastguard's Cafe....coffee and sandwiches provided. It's an opportunity for everyone on St Agnes - members and non-members - to talk to IP directors (included our newest addition, Rob Goldsmith) about any concerns, issues, ideas, suggestions etc.

Cornwall Apprenticeship Agency is hosting a shared apprentice event, beneficial to Island businesses who might be interested in sharing an apprentice.

The Agency was set up to support small businesses and in particular seasonal businesses who were unable to meet the criteria of employing an Apprentice. Some of the barriers include the situation where a single business does not have enough work for an apprentice full time or need support with employment. But a couple of businesses in similar sectors may be able to share an Administration Apprentice. The Agency would employ the apprentice on behalf of both employers. We would work then work with training providers to deliver the training.

The Islands’ Partnership has arranged for comedian and TV presenter Russell Kane to perform at the Five Islands School on Saturday 6th September as part of his hugely successful live show, Smallness. He will be supported by the Kernow King. Doors open 6pm for 7.30pm start!

Export Cornwall is coming to Scilly to deliver two days of expert advice on how to sell successfully online. The first day will be a series of presentations delivered by experts in their field at the Star Castle; the second day takes place at the Atlantic Inn and will involve round table discussions and workshops to answer specific questions about specific business challenges and provide a more detailed learning experience of e-commerce.